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General precautions, Stress injury, Heat warning – Toshiba Tecra 8100 User Manual

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User's Manual

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Tecra 8100 User's Manual – 8100_UK.DOC – ENGLISH – Printed on 13/12/99 as IM8100UK

General Precautions

Toshiba computers are designed to optimise safety, minimise strain and

withstand the rigors of portability. However, certain precautions should be

observed to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the

computer.
Be certain to read the general precautions below and to note the cautions

included in the text of the manual.

Stress injury

Carefully read the Safety Instruction Manual. It contains information on

prevention of stress injuries to your hands and wrists than can be caused

by extensive keyboard use. Chapter 3,

Getting Started

, includes

information on work space design, posture and lighting that can help

reduce physical stress.

Heat Warning

The base of the PC can become very warm; while the temperature will not

be too hot to the touch, prolonged physical contact may result in a

temporary heat imprint on the skin. It is recommended that prolonged

physical contact is avoided.
Also, if the computer has been used for a long time, avoid direct contact

with the metal plate supporting the I/O ports. It can become hot.

Mobile phones

Use of mobile phones can interfere with the PC sound system. The PC

operation is not impaired but it is recommended that a distance of 30cm is

maintained between the PC & the mobile phone.

Pressure or impact damage

Do not apply heavy pressure to the computer or subject it to strong

impact. Excessive pressure or impact can cause damage to computer

components or otherwise cause malfunctions.

PC card overheating

Some PC cards can become hot with prolonged use. If two cards are

installed, both can become hot even if only one is used extensively.

Overheating of a PC card can result in errors or instability in the PC card

operation. Also, be careful when you remove a PC card that has been

used for a long time.